Toilet flange removal and replace

kingnus · Apr 9, 2008

The waste pipe is 3.0 inch and I believe the flange fits over the 3.0 inch. The waste pipe is located between 2 , 2x10 joist with about 1/2 clearance. Does not seem to be room to cut the pipe to remove the flange from below the floor. . Can this be cut from above and from inside the pipe.
Chuck

Jadnashua · Apr 9, 2008

For probably less than $20, you can buy an internal pipe cutter. Fits on your drill. Hopefully, you'll have enough clearance to use a coupler once you cut out that section, or you'll need to cut it back further and replace that section.

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Gary Swart · Apr 9, 2008

Do not replace the flange with one that fits inside the 3" pipe. This would constrict the pipe diameter too much. (You could do that with a 4" pipe.)

kingnus · Apr 9, 2008

Thanks to all.

Thanks for the info.
Chuck

Plumber Jim · Apr 9, 2008

You should be able to squeeze a sawzall blade in a 1/2 space just me careful not to cut into the floor.

Redwood · Apr 10, 2008

Why are you removing and replacing the flange?

If its because the painted steel ring is rusted out you do not need to replace the whole flange.

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